23-03-2022, 07:05 PM
(This post was last modified: 23-03-2022, 07:50 PM by hamish olson.)
(20-03-2022, 06:18 AM)amuir Wrote: Regarding the two motions.I respect the attempt at a compromise, but I think this would just set a precedent and effectively be the same as giving Matthew a regular place on the team.
Motion 1 : In the past people have agreed the 3 criteria : birth/parents/residency and not grandparent
Motion 2: Matthew Turner does not meet any of above 3 criteria.
My previous thoughts were:
To stick with the 3 criteria and not raise it to 4.
MT would take the place of another person who has met more criteria in winning Scottish Championship/team selection.
MT should have a 'one-off' chance to play for Scotland in recognition of his services but not a regular place in the team.
I am open to views.
There might just be another motion in a couple of years saying he's represented Scotland once already, and it would be hard to argue with that.
On another note, does the 2 year residency include students and other non-permanent residency?
I don't remember exactly where but I'm sure I've seen a rule somewhere about this not counting in the past.
It would be good to clarify this one way or another before it gets put into the constitution.